Dr. Heather Scimeca

Biography

Heather Scimeca is a Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology, with a career spanning over two decades since becoming licensed in 2002. She has extensive experience working across the South, West, and East Coasts of the United States, which has offered her the opportunity to serve a diverse range of patients with varying skin types. Heather is an advocate for preventative medicine, emphasizing the importance of skin cancer screenings and diligent skincare regimes for health maintenance. Her clinical interests include acne, rosacea, mole examinations, and skin cancer surveillance. Additionally, she is committed to providing dermatological care to solid organ transplant recipients, focusing on building relationships that optimize patient health through coordinated care, education, and ongoing communication. Heather is board-certified and has a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska, obtained in 2006. She works in Durham, North Carolina, at Duke Dermatology where she is known for her compassionate and thorough approach to patient care.

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